Canterbury
New research shows Alpine Fault may be worse for Canterbury
New research shows that if a major earthquake ruptures the Alpine Fault Christchurch is likely to suffer more intense damage than some areas closer to the fault. Audio
Pilot project for homeless in Christchurch hopes to expand
A trial project in Christchurch to convince landlords to rent to homeless teenagers and families is being hailed as a success even though it's not all been smooth sailing. Audio
Christchurch workers bounce back, study says
A study of employees affected by the Canterbury earthquakes has found they're more likely to have jobs - and get better pay - than people in similar roles in other parts of the country. Audio
Regional TV rejigged
New Zealand's regional TV stations have struggled in recent years, and now backing from the public purse is switching to multimedia projects instead. Where's the money going and what's the plan? Audio
Regional TV rejigged
New Zealand's regional TV stations have struggled in recent years, and now backing from the public purse is switching to multimedia projects instead. Where's the money going and what's the plan?
AudioAndrea Byrom: science challenges and pests
Director of the Biological Heritage National Science Challenge, and an expert on pest animal ecology. Audio
Gary Bolles: education and work parachutes
Co-founder of eParachute.com who writes and lectures frequently on the future of work and learning. He is visiting New Zealand as a guest of Callaghan Innovation to deliver his talk, How To Thrive In… Audio
A Stream Runs Through it
The Canterbury Waterway Rehabilitation Experiment or CAREX is co-led by Professors Angus McIntosh and Jon Harding from the University of Canterbury's Freshwater Ecology Research Group. CAREX has… Audio, Gallery
A Stream Runs Through it
The Canterbury Waterway Rehabilitation Experiment or CAREX is co-led by Professors Angus McIntosh and Jon Harding from the University of Canterbury's Freshwater Ecology Research Group. CAREX has…
AudioNew rules proposed on large drones flying over Chch parks
People wanting to fly large drones over council-owned parks and reserves in Christchurch may soon have to seek permission. Councils around the country have been introducing policies on drones after...
New potential buyer of Ashburton water lot
A second company interested in buying land in Ashburton with attached water consents says it wants to stop offshore companies from stealing NZ's resources.
Aranui welcomes new community centre
After Christchurch's devastating earthquakes, whole areas of the city, particularly out East, are starting from scratch - Aranui is one of them. Today, Lianne Dalziel cut the ribbon on the suburb's… Video, Audio
Chch Council holds meeting to discuss beggars
Beggers outside an upmarket Christchurch department store are forcing Garden City leaders to take a hard look at the wider problem of homelessness in the city. Audio
Fewer sex workers on streets following death
Some Christchurch sex workers are staying off the streets as they wait for someone to be arrested over Renee Duckmanton's death, the Prostitutes Collective says.
Pilot says Lake Pukaki foreshore being seriously damaged by tourists
McKenzie basin pilot Chris Rudge is calling for action over the destruction of the previously pristine foreshore of Lake Pukaki by tourists and freedom campers. He regularly flies tourists from the… Audio, Gallery
Homeless mum: 'I just sleep in the car'
Julie says she's been forced to sleep many nights in a car and struggles to find places for her children to stay each night. Audio
Police - sex workers could hold key to Rakaia hom
The police in Christchurch believe sex workers in the city could hold the key to solve the investigation into Renee Duckmanton's death. Audio
Timaru mayor defends air pollution
Timaru's dubious title of most air-polluted city in Australasia does not tell the whole story, mayor Damon Odey says. Audio
Police believe sex workers could hold key to Rakaia homicide
The police in Christchurch believe sex workers in the city could hold the key to solve the investigation into Renee Duckmanton's death. Audio
Timaru air pollution rated the worst in Oceania
It's not always big cities that have the worst air pollution - Timaru has the undesirable title of the town with the worst air pollution in Oceania, according to WHO figures. Mayor Damon Odey joins… Audio
